Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V132000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V132000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2018-2019 gla-250 and gla250 4matic vehicles Includes 8 affected units, Incorrect Rear Seat Back Covering/FMVSS 225, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2019 gla-250 and gla250 4matic vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes) is recalling certain 2018-2019 gla-250 and gla250 4matic vehicles. an incorrect rear seat back covering carpet could have been installed on the split-rear seat back. as a result, the child seat anchorage point (top tether) on the center positon of the rear seat may be covered and inaccessible for use. as such, these vehicles fail to comply to federal motor safety standard (fmvss) number 225, "child restraint anchorage systems."

Corrective Action

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear seat back covering carpet on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary, free of charge. the recall began april 6, 2019. owners may contact mercedes-benz's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mercedes' number for this recall is 2019030003.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V132000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2019-02-26T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect rear seat back covering/fmvss 225
Component: Seats
Potentially Affected Units: 8

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2019030003
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes) is recalling certain 2018-2019 gla-250 and gla250 4matic vehicles. an incorrect rear seat back covering carpet could have been installed on the split-rear seat back. as a result, the child seat anchorage point (top tether) on the center positon of the rear seat may be covered and inaccessible for use. as such, these vehicles fail to comply to federal motor safety standard (fmvss) number 225, "child restraint anchorage systems."
Consequence Summary: If the upper anchorage point is covered, the child seat will not be able to be secured as intended in the center position of the rear seat, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear seat back covering carpet on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary, free of charge. the recall began april 6, 2019. owners may contact mercedes-benz's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mercedes' number for this recall is 2019030003.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.5

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NHTSA ID: 19V132000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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